Pakistan and Malaysia Ink Six Key Agreements to Strengthen Strategic and Economic Partnership
Pakistan and Malaysia have signed six new agreements to boost collaboration across education, tourism, Halal certification, SME development, and anti-corruption initiatives. The accords, finalized during Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif’s visit to Kuala Lumpur, mark a renewed effort to deepen bilateral and economic ties between the two nations.
Federal Government Urges Provinces to Accelerate IMF Reforms Ahead of Key Review Deadline
The federal government has pressed Pakistan’s provincial administrations to urgently resolve pending IMF-related commitments and fiscal targets to ensure smooth progress in the second review of the $7 billion Extended Fund Facility (EFF), as well as the $1.4 billion Resilience and Sustainability Facility (RSF), with key reforms hanging in the balance.
Pakistan to Host Inaugural Maritime Investment Conference to Boost Blue Economy
Pakistan is set to host its first-ever Maritime Investment Conference in 2025, aiming to attract sustainable investments in port development, fisheries, marine transport, and coastal tourism to strengthen its blue economy.
SBP Ties Future Interest Rate Cuts to IMF Review and Flood Impact Assessment
The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has indicated that future interest rate reductions will depend on the outcome of the IMF review and the economic repercussions of recent floods, as the central bank adopts a cautious stance despite stabilizing inflation trends.
Fatima Fertilizer Crosses $1 Billion Market Cap Amid Strong Growth and Energy Expansion
Fatima Fertilizer Company crosses the $1 billion market capitalization milestone, driven by strong earnings, stable dividends, and strategic expansion into Pakistan’s energy sector through Fatima Petroleum and other ventures.
Pakistan’s Central Government Debt Rises to Rs77 Trillion in August Despite Monthly Decline
Pakistan’s central government debt reached Rs77.46 trillion in August 2025, marking a 10% annual increase driven by heavy domestic and external borrowing to cover the fiscal deficit, despite showing a slight month-on-month decline.
Over 10,500 Major Retailers Integrated into FBR’s POS System to Boost Transparency and Digital Taxation
The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has integrated 10,562 top-tier retailers into its Point of Sale (POS) system by September 2025, marking a major push toward documentation, digital taxation, and compliance among Tier-I retailers, including restaurants, textile, and leather businesses.
Pakistan’s Public Debt Declines by Rs765 Billion, Signaling Fiscal Stability
Pakistan’s total public debt fell by Rs765 billion in August 2025, reflecting improved fiscal management and growing investor confidence as the government intensifies its efforts toward economic stabilization and debt sustainability.
Pakistan’s GDP Expands 3.04% in FY2025 as Economy Reaches $407 Billion
Pakistan’s GDP growth accelerated to 3.04% in FY2025, with improved performance in agriculture, industry, and services. The economy’s total size has now reached $407 billion, driven by upward revisions in national accounts and stronger output across key sectors.
PM Shehbaz Welcomes Bloomberg Report Highlighting Sharp Decline in Pakistan’s Default Risk
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif lauds Bloomberg’s latest report recognizing Pakistan as the world’s second most improved economy in reducing default risk, attributing the progress to strong governance, fiscal reforms, and renewed investor confidence.